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Inn at Pelican Bay

800 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples, FL 34108
Other
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
52
Score
High Risk

Inspectors have visited Inn at Pelican Bay six times, with records going back to 2022. On Mar 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around zero violations to closer to five violations.

When inspectors have written things up, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Naples facility scores 81, putting Inn at Pelican Bay on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed business license expired 12-1-25. Operator renewed license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. On breakfast buffet, observed whipped cream, granola, fresh cut fruit and strawberry topping with no sneeze guards. Discussed options with operator. **Warning**
08B-01-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided form via email to operator to have employees read, sign and date. This is a repeat violation from 3-24-25 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed in back prep area cooler. This is a repeat violation from 3-24-25 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In storage area, observed floor tiles missing near air conditioning unit. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee handling food while wearing a wrist watch. **Warning**
13-07-4
52
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
64
Mar 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Isopropyl Alcohol and antacid tablets were stored in a cabinet with utensils. Manager removed medication. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs were stored directly above pasteurized eggs and ready to eat cheese in the reach in cooler. Manager moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Printed forms for Manager to copy. Manager signed form during the visit. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal bags and cellphones were stored in a cabinet with food.
40-06-5
64
Feb 4, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior with a green mold-like substance. Repeat 2/11/2022. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Inn at Pelican Bay last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Inn at Pelican Bay on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Inn at Pelican Bay?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Inn at Pelican Bay.

How does Inn at Pelican Bay compare to other restaurants in Naples?

Inn at Pelican Bay most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Naples average of 81.

Has Inn at Pelican Bay's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Inn at Pelican Bay have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Inn at Pelican Bay means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Inn at Pelican Bay inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Inn at Pelican Bay is inspected around two times per year on average.

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